1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Because 1972 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2473 mm |
